STARTING YOUR GENERATOR
Starting Your Generator
RECOIL START
CAUTION
When starting the engine with the recoil start, set the toggle switch in
the "ON" position before pulling the starter handle.
1. Make sure all appliances are disconnected from the generator.
2. Move engine choke switch to the START (ON) position. (When the
engine is warm or temperature is high, start engine with the switch in
the OFF position).
CAUTION
Do not connect appliances with defective power cords and/or plugs.
Be sure appliances are not connected to generator when starting up.
Starting the generator with an appliance connected could result in
damage to the generator and/or appliances and personal injury.
3. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until passing the compression point
(resistance will be felt), then return the handle to its original position
and pull briskly.
4. After starting, allow the recoil starter handle to return to its original
position with the handle still in your hand.
NOTE: If the engine fails to start after several attempts, repeat the starting
procedures mentioned above with the engine choke switch placed in the
OFF position.
5. After 20 to 30 seconds of warm-up is completed, turn the engine
choke switch to "OFF" position.
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Pull Briskly
OPERATION
Operation
USING ELECTRIC POWER
WARNING
Risk of electrocution.
Make sure that the appliance is switched off before
connecting it to the generator.
• DO NOT move the generator while it is running.
AC APPLICATION
1. Make sure the voltage indicated on the voltmeter is at the normal level
(approx. 120V).
NOTICE
This generator is thoroughly tested and adjusted in the factory. If the
generator does not produce the specified voltage, consult your nearest
authorized service provider.
2. Turn off the switch(es) of the electrical appliance(s) before connecting
to the generator.
3. Insert the plug(s) of the electrical appliance(s) into the receptacle.
• Be sure that the total wattage of all connected appliances does
not exceed the rated output of the generator.
WARNING
To take power from the twistlock receptacle, insert the
plug into the receptacle, and turn it clockwise to the
lock position.
• DO NOT put foreign objects into the plug receptacle.
4. Turn on the switch of the appliance.
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